S01e05.mp4 | We Own This City

The federal investigation into the Gun Trace Task Force (GTTF) reaches a boiling point as investigators begin interviewing members of the unit.

Former allies and subordinates begin to turn on each other to save themselves, providing damning testimony to federal prosecutors. We Own This City S01E05.mp4

The episode depicts the chaotic and corrupt activities of Wayne Jenkins, including the infamous incident where he and his unit stole large quantities of drugs and money during the 2015 Baltimore riots following the death of Freddie Gray. The federal investigation into the Gun Trace Task

How did the show handle the depiction of the Baltimore riots? The juxtaposition of civil unrest with the GTTF’s opportunistic looting is one of the series' most powerful moments. How did the show handle the depiction of the Baltimore riots

The series is known for its atmospheric use of Baltimore club music and gritty scores. This episode prominently features tracks that underscore the tension of the city in 2015.